Daniel Joseph Geisler

Daniel J. Geisler, age 57, longtime resident of Northville, passed away September 9, 2018.   He was born October 28, 1960 in Detroit, Michigan; son of Albert and Helen (nee Ryan) Geisler.  He graduated from Northville High School; Class of 1979.  Dan continued his education at Michigan State University where he was a member of Theta Delta Chi fraternity.  Dan worked as a restaurant manager for many years, he later worked as the Director of Operations for Tastee-Freez.  Dan was an avid reader; he read all genres, but science fiction and history were his favorites.  He enjoyed hunting and travelling.  Dan was a wonderful cook and made delicious crepes.  He was always happy to share his cooking knowledge with anyone who asked.  Dan was incredibly social and a tremendous story teller.  He loved to visit and have conversations with family and friends.  Sharing his story with others and listening to their stories was very important to him, as a child he spent a lot of time visiting the residents at the convalescent home in town.  Daniel is survived by his brother John Geisler; his aunts Mary Ann Geisler and Lois Ryan; also loved by many nieces and nephews. A Funeral Mass will be held Friday, November 23, 2018 at 10:30 a.m. with a time of gathering beginning at 10:00 a.m. at Our Lady of Victory Catholic Church, 133 Orchard Dr., Northville.  Dan will be laid to rest at Rural Hill Cemetery in Northville. In lieu of flowers the family would appreciate memorial contributions to Theta Delta Chi Educational Foundation, Inc. (a 501(c)(3) organization), 214 Lewis Wharf, Boston, MA 02110-3910 or (800) 999-1847. "Through scholarship, leadership and a responsible social life, the Brothers of Theta Delta Chi prepare each other to thrive in a changing world."